Arms & ArmorSwordslate 16th–17th centuryScimitar with Scabbard is a swords of Hilt and scabbard, Turkish; Blade, Iranian origin created in late 16th–17th century using steel, copper alloy (brass), silver, wood, gold, jade, turquoise, copper measuring H. with scabbard 42 1/16 in. (106.8 cm); H. without… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, copper alloy (brass), silver, wood, gold, jade, turquoise, copper |
| Dimensions | H. with scabbard 42 1/16 in. (106.8 cm); H. without scabbard 40 1/8 in. (101.9 cm); H. of blade 35 in. (88.9 cm); Wt. 4 lb. 4 oz. (1928 g); Wt. of scabbard 2 lb. (906 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund and Pfeiffer Fund, 1978 |
| Date | late 16th–17th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Hilt and scabbard, Turkish; Blade, Iranian culture. The estimated date range is 1550 – 1700.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scimitar with Scabbard?
Scimitar with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scimitar with Scabbard created?
Scimitar with Scabbard dates to late 16th–17th century.
What material is Scimitar with Scabbard made from?
Scimitar with Scabbard is crafted from steel, copper alloy (brass), silver, wood, gold, jade, turquoise, copper.
Is Scimitar with Scabbard in the public domain?
Scimitar with Scabbard is in the public domain and can be freely used.